About the roleThis a permanent full-time (35 hours/ week) position that can be located at either the Port Macquarie or Coffs Harbour Carer Engagement & Support sitesThis role is responsible for identifying and engaging with a child or young person's network, with the goal of supporting the development of a sustainable network for life of caring and significant people in their lifeThis role is a specialist position making a significant contribution to the casework team in regard to permanency planning, leading the implementation of the integrated approach for Family Finding model and coordinating aftercare light touch across the regionFor more details refer to the attached job descriptionFamily Engagement Consultant (002).pdfAbout Uniting's Permanency Support ProgramThe Permanency Support Program (PSP) aims to give every child/young person a loving home, whether that be with parents, family, extended family or through guardianship, adoption or quality long-term careWe provide culturally supported placement options for children and young people 0-18 years of agePSP also provides a 'light touch' Aftercare service for young people 18-25 years who have left foster care and for the next 4 years will collaborate with Uniting's Extended Care Pilot program team to provide holistic support to young people using the Advantage Thinking approachAbout youRelevant tertiary qualification (Diploma minimum) in the social sciences or equivalent sector experienceAbility to skilfully facilitate meetings between estranged family members for the purposes of making positive, child-focused decisionsExperience in managing challenging situations with a trauma informed and strengths-based approach.Ability to work collaboratively with broad range of stakeholders including Government and non-Government agencies as well as the PSP Casework Team and Career Engagement and Support teamWork tirelessly, relentlessly and with an unwavering dedication to the goal of engaging family in the lives of children and young people in careExperience facilitating family group conferencing (highly regarded)Skilled decision maker for children's best interests underpinned by a demonstrated commitment to hearing the voices of children and young peopleExcellent communication and conflict resolution skillsProven ability to build effective networks to support childrenIn depth knowledge and understanding of family finding principlesCollaborative team playerCommitted to compliance - legal, government and policyAble to work across both Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour sitesBenefits and cultureWorking to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there's moreWelcoming you exactly as you are· Work you'll be proud ofYou'll have access to a range of support and opportunities including-Salary-packaging optionsWellbeing programsLearning and development opportunitiesDiverse and inclusive workplaceFlexible working arrangementsRegular supervision, support and team meetings*We will be holding an online information session on Tuesday 30th April at 5:30pm. Details and a link to join the information session will be emailed to all applications received on Tuesday morning the 30th April.To be considered, please try and make yourself available to attend Should you have any questions, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at 0466 801 937/ ****** with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks. Closing date: 11:55pm, Sunday 28th April 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr
